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Acana Homestead Harvest Cat

dry food · cats · 88/100 · Excellent

Looking for an alternative to Acana Homestead Harvest Cat? Here are dry food products for cats that PetFoodRate grades higher, and cheaper options for the same use.

In short

The best-rated alternative to Acana Homestead Harvest Cat in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Acana Homestead Harvest Cat's 88/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Orijen Cat & Kitten. All graded on the same independent A-E method, no sponsored brands.

By Theo Blanchard · reviewed by Max Kowalski · updated June 2026 · independent grading, no sponsorship

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Acana Homestead Harvest Cat vs its best alternative

Criterion Acana Homestead Harvest Cat Orijen Cat & Kitten
Overall grade A 88/100 A 94/100
Protein quality A A
Nutritional balance A A
Few undesirables A A
Ingredient transparency C A
Species fit A A
Crude protein37%40%
Protein (dry matter)41.1%44.4%
Estimated carbs25%19%
First ingredient Fresh chicken Fresh chicken

Wins on ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 37%.

Orijen Cat & Kitten outscores 100% of dry food for cats in our database.

4 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1 A Orijen Cat & Kitten 94/100 +6 Wins on ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 37%.
  2. #2 A Orijen Six Fish Cat 92/100 +4 Wins on ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 37%.
  3. #3 A Applaws Kitten 90/100 +2 Wins on ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 37%.
  4. #4 A Acana First Feast Kitten 89/100 +1 Wins on ingredient transparency.

Cheaper alternatives per kilo

  1. #1 A Orijen Cat & Kitten 9.10€/kg -3.40€
  2. #2 A Applaws Kitten 7.80€/kg -4.70€
  3. #3 A Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chat Adulte Saumon 6.50€/kg -6.00€
  4. #4 A Acana Indoor Entrée Cat 12.00€/kg -0.50€
  5. #5 A Farmina N&D Prime Poulet Adult Cat 10.50€/kg -2.00€
  6. #6 A Carnilove Fresh Chicken Cat 8.50€/kg -4.00€

Other food types for cats

  1. #1 A Thrive ProReward 100% Poulet 90/100 treats
  2. #2 A Applaws Natural Tuna Fillet 87/100 wet food
  3. #3 A ZIWI Peak Air-Dried Mackerel Lamb Cat 86/100 raw food
  4. #4 A Lily\'s Kitchen Terrine au Saumon 85/100 wet food
  5. #5 B Tiki Cat Aloha Friends Tuna & Pumpkin 84/100 wet food
  6. #6 B Edgard & Cooper Pâtée Chat Adulte Saumon 84/100 wet food

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best alternative to Acana Homestead Harvest Cat?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Acana Homestead Harvest Cat's 88/100, among dry food for cats. 4 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Acana Homestead Harvest Cat?

Yes: Orijen Cat & Kitten costs less per kg for the same use (dry food, cats). More cheaper-per-kg options are in the dedicated section further down.

Why switch from Acana Homestead Harvest Cat?

Acana Homestead Harvest Cat scores 88/100 (A) on our A-E method. Buyers look for an alternative to get higher protein quality, fewer undesirables, better transparency, or a better species fit. Our grading is independent with no sponsorship.